Improving Access to Exercise in Rural Vermont

Koch, Oliver Karl

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Improving Access to Exercise in Rural Vermont

Koch, Oliver Karl

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http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Abstract

Residents of Essex and Orleans Counties face elevated rates of obesity and comorbid chronic diseases. This is at least in part due to lack of physical activity, which is complicated by exercise resources, harsh winters, geographic isolation, and high poverty rates. This project aimed to improve exercise accessibility by enhancing an existing patient education handout. Revisions included simplified language, seasonal activity suggestions, and exercise modifications for different fitness levels.